Sword of Destiny

Style and Technique

In «Sword of Destiny», Andrzej Sapkowski employs a rich and expressive language that blends elements of medieval speech with modern storytelling. The author's style is characterized by dynamic and engaging dialogues, which allow for a deeper exploration of the characters' personalities and inner experiences. Sapkowski masterfully uses irony and sarcasm, adding sharpness and liveliness to the text. Literary devices such as flashbacks and parallel storylines help create a multi-layered narrative where the past and present of the characters intertwine. The story's structure is non-linear, allowing the author to gradually reveal details of the world and the characters' motivations, creating intrigue and maintaining the reader's interest. Sapkowski also pays attention to the description of the surrounding world, creating an atmosphere that immerses the reader in a fantasy universe with its unique laws and creatures.